How to Tell You Hired Dumb People

Summary

• If you have to make dumb rules like "don't steal food" or "don't watch Netflix at work," you might be hiring the wrong people.
• You shouldn't have to make basic rules for basic behavior.
• Instead of creating a Big Book of Rules, question why you have these people on your team.
• Reflect on your hiring process to understand why you're bringing these types of people into your business.

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How To Take Action

Implementing Smart Hiring Practices

Evaluate Current Team

I would suggest starting by evaluating your current team. Look for patterns in behavior that prompted the need for obvious rules. Take note of which team members are consistently causing issues or failing to meet basic expectations.

Reflect on Hiring Process

Next, reflect on your hiring process. Think about the methods you're using to bring people in. Are you rushing through interviews? Are you prioritizing the wrong qualities? Make adjustments where necessary. For example, focus more on character and less on just skills.

Create Clear Hiring Criteria

A good way of fixing your hiring process is by creating clear criteria for what you're looking for in employees. Make a list of non-negotiable traits like integrity, responsibility, and a good work ethic. Stick to this list during the hiring process.

Conduct Better Interviews

Use better interview techniques to really understand who you're hiring. Ask behavioral questions that reveal the candidate's values and past actions. This helps you get a clearer picture of how they’ll behave in your work environment.

Make Use of Probation Periods

If you're not already using probation periods, start doing so. This is a low-cost way to see how new hires perform in real work situations. You can see if they follow your basic guidelines without needing constant supervision.

Seek Feedback

Finally, ask your current top performers for feedback on the hiring process. They can tell you what worked for them and what could be improved. This input is invaluable as they already embody the qualities you desire in your team.

By implementing these strategies, you'll save time, reduce frustration, and build a team that's more self-sufficient and aligned with your business goals.

Full Transcript

here's a sign that you're hiring dumb people you start having to make dumb rules so you have to start saying things like don't steal food don't drink on the job make sure that you don't watch Netflix while you're on the clock you have to start making these really stupid rules you're like I can't even believe I have to say this and that's because you shouldn't have to because you hire dumb people rather than start making this Big Book of Rules check yourself and think why do I have such dumb people in my team and what's my problem for bringing these people in